1970 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Rapier | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Tesla |
| Model | Rapier | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
